Car hire in Berlin
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* The prices were calculated on 24.05.2023 for a 4 days prepaid rental at Berlin Airport starting on 31.05.2023. Our prices fluctuate daily and this offer is not guaranteed.
Our services at Berlin
Car Hire Berlin Deals - Sixt rent a car
With over 30 different Berlin car hire branches to pick from, renting with Sixt ensures you have maximum flexibility when starting your journey. If you arrive in the city by plane you can find us at both Tegel and Schönefeld airports, whilst we also operate out of all the major railway stations and BVG hubs. Our branches are located in various popular districts, including Friedrichshain, Neukölln, Prenzlauer Berg and Charlottenberg, and of course at popular tourist centres like Alexanderplatz, so no matter where you are staying we are certain to be close by. Simply scroll through the drop-down list to get precise information about any of our Sixt Berlin car rental offices.
Sixt car hire Berlin
The branch menu has a second tab where you can find an overview map of all the Sixt rental locations in Berlin. You can find the opening times and full addresses of each location on their individual branch page. All of our Berlin car hires offer 24hr return making it easy for you to plan your journey with utmost flexibility. Use our easy online booking form or give us a call to make your reservation and take advantage of our affordable prices. Please note that while we strive to provide customers with the vehicle they want we cannot guarantee specific models. Whether you need a vehicle for an hour, a day or a month, we are here to help you.
Our Service
Sixt car hire services in Berlin extend far beyond a basic rental package: our huge fleet of vehicles from high-end luxury brands such as BMW, Jaguar, Aston Martin, Audi, Porsche, and Mercedes-Benz mean you can enjoy a premium experience at an affordable price. With car categories spanning from economy city cars to luxury saloons and estate cars to transport the whole family in, the options are endless. We can also cater to more specific tastes, with a range of convertibles, sports cars and 4x4s on offer across the city. If you are travelling in a larger group we have minibuses available catering to up to 9 passengers, and for those transporting goods we also offer vans and equipment such as tow bars from certain locations.
Our Available Extras:
- Have Sat Nav devices or child seats fitted to your vehicle
- Add an additional named driver to the insurance contract
- If travelling during the winter months then add winter tyres or snow chains to your rental
Travel from the Airport quickly into the Centre
If you are arriving in Berlin by plane you will either arrive in Schönefeld on the eastern outskirts of Berlin or Wedding if you land at Tegel. If the traffic is good, it will take about half an hour to get from Tegel to Alexanderplatz with its famous television tower, and around forty from Schönefeld.
Editors note: Its a good idea to use a Sat Nav or Google Maps on your smartphone while driving in Berlin. Be prepared to assert yourself on the road and know that Berlin drivers are quick to use their horns. Also be aware that there are numerous cyclists in the city whom you need to look out for, especially when turning.
Parking on the street is not recommended, especially in the city centre where it can be expensive. For example, an hour in Prenzlauer Berg can easily cost 3 euros but, in a nearby side street, its just one euro. As an alternative, you would be better off using car parks to park your car hire in Berlin where you will find affordable daily rates. Its good to know as well that central Berlin is a low emission zone, but when you rent a car with Sixt this is no concern as all of our vehicles are the most recent models and carry the necessary sticker.
Berlin spans almost nineteen miles from East to West and has excellent transportation infrastructure. Travelling in your hire car, you can get from the Berlin ring-road to the city centre in about half an hour, as long as the traffic is on your side. Be warned: rush hour can be frustrating and bring traffic to a halt, not to mention the various roadworks and building sites across the city as Berlin continues to undergo change. Therefore, it often makes sense to use the A100 motorway, even it means making a bit of a detour. This way with your car rental you can reach outer-lying districts like Steglitz fairly quickly.
If you took the train into Berlin then you will find yourself at the Hauptbahnhof central station, which was newly opened in 2006. The station is very central, just a 10 minute drive from Alexanderplatz, but unlike other cities the surrounding area is not as vibrant and lively as you may expect. Sightseeing highlights such as the Natural History Museum and the Hamburger Bahnhof are just a short walk away however, so you can enjoy these before picking up your car hire and heading out to explore other areas of the city. Head to famous sights such as the Reichstag (5 min) and the Jewish Synagogue (6 min), and look out for the Chancellery building (popularly known as the Washing Machine) on the way to the Reichstag. You can have fun in Berlin sightseeing at Museum Island and the Brandenburg Gate or go on long shopping trips. The Kastanienallee in Prenzlauer Berg, Münzstraße in the centre, and Bergmannstrasse in Kreuzberg are all recommended.
Berlins Unique Culture and Fast-Paced Nightlife
If you enjoy festivals, concerts and culture, Berlin is the place to be. From the New Years party at the Brandenburg Gate to the Carnival of Cultures or the Fete de la Musique, Berlin offers a top class cultural programme. Since German unification, Berlin has become the countrys most exciting city. This is mainly due to the creative enterprises which, since the 1990s, have taken up residence in vacant buildings and started various ventures. The largest of these is certainly Berlins club culture, which is unrivalled worldwide. To party late into the night you could go to Chalet, Gretchen, Kosmonaut or Humboldthain. The open air locations such as Else Club, Ipse and Magdalena are also worth a visit, especially in the Summer. Music bars like Haus am See, Promenaden Eck or the Minimal bar are recommended to those who dont want to be stuck within quite such a crowd. Berghain or Watergate arent recommended because of their strict door policy. If you do visit any of these places, please leave the rental car behind; you can experience first-hand the infamous local attitude from a native Berliner taxi driver on your ride home.
Sightseeing Destinations
The former 50s American listening station in Grunewald should be familiar from its iconic profile of five radar domes. Stretching up 120 meters above the city, you are provided with exceptional views from the landmark. The hill that the station sits upon is named Teufelsberg, literally Devils Mountain, and the Teufelsee lake nearby is perfect for swimming in the summer. Thanks to its location in Grunewald, Teufelsberg is perfect for various leisure activities and is popular among hikers, cyclists and walkers. | Teufelsseechaussee 10, 14193 Berlin. .
Distances to Teufelsberg
- From Berlin Schönefeld Airport: 18.5 miles, about 37 minutes
- From Berlin Tegel Airport: 7 miles, about 26 minutes
- From Berlin Friedrichstrasse Station: 8 miles, about 36 minutes
- From Berlin Hauptbahnhof: 7.5 miles, about 29 minutes
From Berlin, its worth taking a trip to Potsdam to see Sanssouci Castle, one of the most well-known Hohenzollern castles in the Brandenburg capital. Its uniqueness attracts over one million visitors every year. The park has an unsurpassable beauty and is ideal for walks on sunny days. The castle and park, often referred to as the Prussian Versailles, feature outstanding examples of design and architecture. | Maulbeerallee, 14469 Potsdam.
Distances to Sanssouci
- From Berlin Schönefeld Airport: 25 miles, about 44 minutes
- From Berlin Tegel Airport: 18 miles, about 40 minutes
- From Berlin Friedrichstrasse Station: 24 miles, about 50 minutes
- From Berlin Main Train Station: 19 miles, about 45 minutes
Business Destinations
Theres a lot to explore in Berlin. The IFA or ITB trade fairs are well-known far beyond the countrys borders and attract many visitors every year from all over the world. Messe Berlin is located at Messedamm 22 in Western Berlin. The city is also well known for its rapidly growing start-up scene, as well as being them home of some typical industry heavyweights. Siemens has several sites in Berlins Spandau and Moabit districts. Daimlers sales headquarters is opposite the East Side Gallery in Friedrichshain. The Mercedes-Benz Arena is right next door and is, after the Lanxess Arena in Cologne, the largest indoor arena in Germany. In the energy sector Vattenfall, based in Mitte, is the largest employer in Berlin.
Distances to the Mercedes-Benz Arena
- From Berlin Schönefeld Airport: 12 miles, about 29 minutes
- From Berlin Tegel Airport: 12 miles, about 40 minutes
- From Berlin Friedrichstrasse Station: 3 miles, about 14 minutes
- From Berlin Hauptbahnhof: 5 miles, about 17 minutes
Distances to Messe Berlin
- From Berlin Schönefeld Airport: 16 miles, about 29 minutes
- From Berlin Tegel Airport: 8 miles, about 26 minutes
- From Berlin Friedrichstrasse Station: 7 miles, about 21 minutes
- From Berlin Hauptbahnhof: 5 miles, about 20 minutes
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Good to know when renting in Berlin
Flexible Hiring Options
Cancellation is free any time, simply select ‘pay later’ during booking, this way you can pay on arrival as we understand journeys can change.
Available Extras
Sometimes you need added items for your trip. Be sure to browse our extras such as sat navs, child seats and extra protection packages.
One-way Car Hire
If you are ending the journey at a different location simply select a separate location during booking to check if this is an available option.
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Customer reviews & feedback
4.3
Based on 14431 reviews
The way to Sixt
(4.6)
At the Sixt branch
(4.4)
The vehicle
(4.3)
Razvan A.
(4.0)
Very nice and easy to reach rental in the heart of Berlin. The sales agents are very nice and well trained and the cars are spotless. At the return, things are a bit bumpy when an employee does not know how Citroen indicator does not go fully up for the fuel and start commenting about not being full. Other than that, top experience!
P.
(4.0)
Sixt have been billed me for 1 extra day and 7 kilometres more than actually used. Returned car Saturday evening. Recorded time shows car received Monday morning!! Took photo of odometer when about to lock car in after hours Adlershof garage. Bill shows 7 kilometres more! Many people have complained about this type of error by Sixt. This is still happening, so Sixt must be enjoying this because they seemed to have failed to find out why this is happening. Corrupt or incompetent employees???? I have notified Sixt of this 105 EUR overcharge 3 days ago. No reply as yet. Obviously more corrupt and incompetent employees have read my email sent to 3 different departments!!!
Update 1 week later. I love the standard reply below. I had immediately written to your email address. I have given you all the details as you requested. NOW, this morning I received another standard email quoting the same invoice. Oh, and the standard ending on the email that you look forward to me again!!! How incredibly incompetent are you all at Sixt!!! Everyone I can only say give Sixt a wide birth, choose some other car rental company. That is my honest recommendation.
Update 2. No reply from emails after several days. I paid for international phone calls to the German depot. First call rectified the problem partly. Second call to the same Germany number resulted in my call going to a Philippine call centre. No disrespect to Filipinos, but Sixt has basically made them a human answering machine, with a limit of 6 scripted answers, no deviation. This obviously gave me such confidence.......?
A week later and now have full refund.
So, an extra star. This sort of error should not happen and then you have to take your time and money to chase this error.
The staff at pick-up were very helpful especially Fabian. The car was very good. It was the second option given that could be provided. 2 stars more for these positives.
John S.
(4.0)
Good rental experience, quick and easy.
Frog M.
(5.0)
Easy pickup. Great car. exactly what we booked.
Stella H.
(5.0)
Great service at pickup, got a great car and friendly and easy return!
Radu N.
(5.0)
Used Sixt a few times, and it was always a nice experience
Amit S.
(5.0)
Good service
Andrea S.
(5.0)
Smooth experience
Andy M.
(5.0)
Pleasent car rental experience
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FAQs about car hire in Berlin
What's the minimum age to hire a car in Berlin?
To rent a car with SIXT in Berlin you need to be at least 18 with a valid license. Some car categories have a higher minimum rental age, and an underage driver fee may apply.
Can I modify, extend, or cancel my reservation?
At SIXT you can either pay online or when you pick up your car at Berlin.
Can I choose a different drop-off location in Berlin?
It is possible to rent a car one way between stations for pick-ups in Berlin. A fee may apply.
What do I need to rent a car in Berlin?
You need a valid driver’s license held for at least 1 year, depending on the car category. You might also need an International Driving Permit or official translation of the license.
Can I book a long-term car rental in Berlin?
Easily book a long-term rental at Berlin by entering trip dates and pick-up/drop-off locations.
Do I need to purchase insurance or protection packages with my rental in Berlin?
A damage waiver is included with your car hire. You can add other protection products to reduce your excess.
Can I add an additional driver to my rental?
You can add additional drivers to your booking as an optional extra.
Check out our stations in Berlin
- Berlin Adlershof
- Berlin Alexanderplatz
- Berlin Brandenburg Airport
- Berlin Brandenburger Tor
- Berlin Central Train Station
- Berlin Charlottenburg
- Berlin Friedrichshain
- Berlin Gendarmenmarkt/Hilton
- Berlin Ku-Damm/Zoo 24h
- Berlin Lichtenberg
- Berlin Mitte/Potsdamer Platz
- Berlin Reinickendorf
- Berlin Steglitz/Friedenau
- Berlin Tempelhof
- Berlin Truck Center
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